A post by David Scott, Managing Director. Skills for Security is now an independent organisation. The British Security Industry Association (BSIA) has sold its remaining shares to The Banks Foundation, completing a process that began with their first investment in 2022. It is a significant step for us, and one that raises an important question: […]

A post by Skills for Security. Celebrating the Next Generation of Fire & Security Talent We’re thrilled to share that the finalists for the WorldSkills UK 2025 Fire & Security competition have been announced! The WorldSkills UK competition challenges the very best apprentices to demonstrate their technical expertise, precision, and problem-solving skills on a national […]

A post by Skills for Security. As the new academic year begins, the security sector faces both a pressing challenge and a promising opportunity. Demand for skilled installation engineers is growing rapidly, driven by the evolution of smart, integrated systems. Yet the number of trained entrants is not keeping pace. Meeting this shortfall requires investment […]